‘World sees compromised PM panic’: Rahul slams Modi for ‘not taking’ Norwegian journalist’s questions
Rahul Gandhi criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi for avoiding questions from a journalist during his visit to Norway. He questioned the implications of such actions on India's global image, suggesting that a leader with nothing to hide should not fear inquiries. The Ministry of External Affairs defended India's media landscape and democratic values in response to concerns about press freedom and human rights.
- ▪Rahul Gandhi accused PM Modi of avoiding questions from a Norwegian journalist.
- ▪He expressed concern about the impact on India's image when the Prime Minister appears to panic.
- ▪The Ministry of External Affairs highlighted the diversity of India's media and defended its democratic values.
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Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Monday (May 18, 2026) took a swipe at Prime Minister Narendra Modi over allegations that he did not take questions from journalists in Norway, saying "when there is nothing to hide, there is nothing to fear".The Congress leader made these remarks on X, while sharing a video of a journalist in Norway, where Mr. Modi was seen walking away as she tried to ask a question. Address ‘ground level challenges’, ease regulatory frameworks: Norwegian businesses tell Modi"What happens to India's image when the world sees a compromised PM panic and run from a few questions?" Mr.
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